The Body Shop International Limited, commonly known as The Body Shop, is a renowned British cosmetics and skincare brand headquartered in Littlehampton, West Sussex, GB. Founded in 1976 by Anita Roddick, the company has been a pioneer in ethical beauty, championing sustainability and cruelty-free practices. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, The Body Shop offers a diverse range of products, including skincare, body care, and hair care, all formulated with natural ingredients. The Body Shop is celebrated for its commitment to fair trade and environmental responsibility, setting it apart in the beauty industry. Over the years, the brand has achieved significant milestones, including being one of the first to introduce community trade sourcing. Today, The Body Shop holds a prominent market position, recognised for its innovative approach to beauty and social activism, making it a leader in the ethical cosmetics sector.
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In 2022, The Body Shop reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,713,000 kg CO2e, which includes 3,713,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions. The company has not disclosed any Scope 2 or Scope 3 emissions for that year. In 2021, emissions were significantly higher, with Scope 1 emissions at about 5,338,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at approximately 3,919,000 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2020, saw Scope 1 emissions at around 1,182,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at about 4,091,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, The Body Shop has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for further clarity on their long-term sustainability strategy. The Body Shop's headquarters is located in Great Britain (GB), and their emissions data reflects a commitment to transparency in reporting their carbon footprint.
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2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
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Scope 1 | 1,182,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 4,091,000 | 0,000,000 | - |
Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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Body Shop is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.